The beach area of the Walt Disney World's Grand Floridian resort hotel is seen where a 2-year-old boy was taken by an alligator as he waded in the waters of the Seven Seas Lagoon on June 15, 2016 in Orlando, Florida.

The parents of the toddler who was killed by an alligator at Disney World released an emotional statement over the weekend. Matt and Melissa Graves thanked family, friends, and the general community for the support they've received during this trying time. The parents also requested privacy as they commemorate their son's death through a wake today and a funeral tomorrow.

"Melissa and I continue to deal with the loss of our beloved boy, Lane, and are overwhelmed with the support and love we have received from family and friends in our community as well as from around the country," they wrote in a statement. "We understand the public’s interest, but as we move forward this weekend, we ask for and appreciate the privacy we need to lay our son to rest. Neither Melissa, myself or anyone from our family will be speaking publicly; we simply cannot at this time."

Two-year-old Lane Graves was killed by an alligator at Disney World's Grand Floridian Resort last Tuesday. The boy was reportedly wading in the shallow waters of a nearby lagoon when an alligator attacked him. His father tried and failed to rescue the boy from the animal's jaws, prompting an investigation that ended with the tragic discovery of Lane's body.

Though many have reached out to support the family, several others reacted by criticizing the parents and blaming them for their son's death. In an attempt to stop this backlash, one mom shared a viral Facebook post about letting her own son play in the same lagoon just an hour before Lane was taken by the alligator.

According to a news station from the family's hometown, the Graves have set official times for services to honor their son. There will be a wake held today at 3 p.m. (CT) and a funeral at 10 a.m. (CT) tomorrow, both at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Elkhorn, Neb.